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Childhood obesity, bird flu, Covid vaccines
In a recent development, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has come under scrutiny for its new clinical guidelines on childhood obesity. The guidelines, which recommend aggressive treatments such as…
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Head trauma, herpes, and Alzheimer’s, and a Q&A with Califf
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Patient care declines after private equity buys hospitals, study finds
Health policy experts at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) recently published a paper in JAMA revealing the negative impact…
Walgreens Pharmacy Strength Throws Cold Water On Private Equity Deal
Walgreens Boots Alliance's retail pharmacy business is on the rise, with the company's CEO dismissing rumors of a potential buyout…
Investors push UnitedHealth to disclose costs of care denials
Seven UnitedHealth Group shareholders have taken a significant step by urging the health care conglomerate to compile a detailed report…
Air pollution emerges as a growing concern in risk factors linked to lung cancer deaths
The latest research from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine sheds light on the evolving trends in lung…
How To Protect Yourself Against Wildfire Smoke
These masks can be very effective in protecting you from inhaling harmful particulate matter and toxic gases found in wildfire…
Wildfire long-term health risks in California
The Santa Ana winds have been fueling devastating wildfires in and around Los Angeles, causing havoc and destruction. The impact…
United States sees significant increase in orphanhood
Orphanhood in the United States has reached alarming levels, with a recent study revealing a significant increase in the number…